Technology Services (336) #
Budget Category: #
Employment and Community Participation
Description/Providers: #
Technology Supports
Service Code Description: #
Technology is an item, piece of equipment, or product system, whether acquired commercially, modified, or customized, that is used to promote community integration, independence, and increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities of participants. Allowable technology services, as specified in the participant’s IPP include:
1. Evaluation of technology needs of a participant, including a functional evaluation of the impact of the provision of appropriate technology and appropriate services to the participant in the customary environment of the participant;
2. Purchasing, leasing, or otherwise providing for the acquisition of any technology device: cell phones (monthly bill, cell phone apps), iPads, tablets, and laptops. Service includes insurance and training on the use of any technology device.
3. Selecting, designing, fitting, customizing, adapting, applying, maintaining, repairing, or replacing technology devices;
4. Training or technical assistance for the participant, or where appropriate, their family members, guardians, advocates, or authorized representatives of the participant; and
5. Training or technical assistance for professionals or other individuals who provide services to, employ, or are otherwise substantially involved in the major life functions of participant.
Technology may only be purchased under the SDP Waiver if it is not available through the state plan.
EVV Required? #
No
